Are you an introvert that wants to start an online side hustle to gain more financial freedom? You've come to the right place!

I get to travel and live abroad because of my side hustles. From my wins and fails, lessons learned, and experiences, I want to share my honest thoughts and advice to help you start your own online side hustle.

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Melanie Renee

Okay I have to be honest with you guys 👀

When I first started this YouTube channel I had no idea what I was doing. I was literally watching Skillshare classes at night just trying to figure out how to be more productive and manage my time better.

One class that genuinely changed everything for me was Ali Abdaal's Notion class and what's wild is that I actually work with his agency now ahhh. Like talk about full circle moment! 🥹

I recently dropped a new video here: https://youtu.be/45u0dDK3Ylc?si=_hJzo... breaking down the 5 habits that took me to my first $10K month and Skillshare is a big part of that story.

Here's the link to check it out: skl.sh/melanierenee03261

Also: the first 500 people to use my link in the description get a full FREE month of Skillshare! 🫶

2 weeks ago (edited) | [YT] | 12

Melanie Renee

NEW VIDEO IS UP! By popular demand, I'm sharing about my UGC journey and how I got started with it as a complete beginner.

For context, I started UGC (user-generated content: creating content for brands to post on their social media channels), back in September 2025. It has given me the blessing and opportunity to fund my content creator dreams and this year, I can say I'm a full time content creator.

I've made over $15k starting UGC and have contracted $10k from UGC this month which is crazy.. PTL. If you want to get started on UGC, I highly recommend checking out this video: https://youtu.be/KqMedomJJzo?si=I_aNj...

And please please ask me any questions - always happy to answer!

1 month ago | [YT] | 6

Melanie Renee

I just want to share my gratitude to this community. Literally so grateful for all of the comments and support on my recent videos.

Ya'll are truly the best! 🥹 and I just want to encourage any of you out there, if you're afraid to chase after your dreams - maybe you think people will judge you or your content isn't good enough, stop listening to those lies!

The world needs more of YOU and your content. I'm cheering you on as always!!

1 month ago | [YT] | 16

Melanie Renee

PROFILE CHANGE & NEW VIDEO THIS WEEKEND!

Decided it was time to change my profile pic and make it more consistent among all platforms haha.

Also side note: been spotted in a couple ads this week! It's so crazy seeing my face just randomly pop up on people's feeds lol.

So so grateful for my job which is why I really am so passionate about getting this video out esp for those who want to become a content creator in 2026!

1 month ago (edited) | [YT] | 13

Melanie Renee

YOUTUBE VIDEO COMING SOON!!

Sorry for the wait 😭 (still currently editing) I'll be sharing tips on how YOU can become a CONTENT CREATOR in 2026.

I feel like I can finally share this video as someone who did lose her job last May 2025, went all in with content creation the last day of July (didn't feel like I was making enough to go FT), moved out for the first time, went back to a full time job for a week in January, quit again, and just hit a $10K month in February. I'm not saying you have to hit $10K to become full time at all, but I now believe I'm in the stage of my career where I'm making 2x more than my previous job's monthly paycheck.

And want to share how I made it happen for anyone out there that also wants to do content creation full time.

As someone who has ALWAYS wanted this to be my job, I'm sharing my experience with you and my tips on you can become a content creator this year! So stay tuned <3

2 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 10

Melanie Renee

I'm thinking of also doing a Q&A for you guys and have it posted next month! So drop your questions below - literally anything and I'd be happy to answer :)

2 months ago | [YT] | 5

Melanie Renee

NEW VIDEO IS UP! :)

I've gotten a lot of requests in the past for a blog tutorial and how to make money blogging, so here it is! https://youtu.be/ZNYdMf8UBvU?si=RV1B-...

In this video, I'll share with you the BEST niches to start a blog, how to literally set up a blog in 10 minutes instead of days (like it took me lol), and an actual plan on what to focus on for each month!

Let me know your thoughts!!

2 months ago | [YT] | 9

Melanie Renee

NEW VIDEO IS UP! ❤️
Super excited to share this one as I pretty much tried all of these and are what have allowed me to do content creation full time.

Whether you're introverted, want to WFH, or make a bit of extra income, these side hustles are for you.

Check it out 👇
https://youtu.be/GO_Sp3_2eHU?si=XBIb2...

2 months ago | [YT] | 7

Melanie Renee

New video dropping tomorrow whoooo!! Super excited to share this one with ya'll :) These are 7 side hustles that could replace your 9-5 and I can speak into this because one of them did allow me to quit. 👀 WHO'S READY?! ❤️

2 months ago | [YT] | 9

Melanie Renee

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY 🥳 I was reflecting on how different my life was a year ago compared to now.

A year ago, I was sitting at my desk at work, feeling burnt out, drained and tired. And I remember coming home to work on my Youtube channel, hoping that this could really be sustainable income.

Fast forward today, I can't believe I get to wake up and work from home. I'm currently at a cafe on a Monday just getting work done all because I decided to go ALL IN on my side hustles and believe in my dreams.

So as a BIG THANK YOU for your constant support and for any of you that also has BIG goals and dreams, I'm throwing a HUGE birthday discount on my store:

CHECK OUT THE SALE👇

✨ Youtube brand deal kit (those who want to start a YT channel and land brand deals even with 300 subs): stan.store/melanierrenee/p/youtube-brand-deal-kit

✨ Side Hustle Starter Course: anyone who has no idea where to even start but wants to build a profitable side hustle that you actually enjoy stan.store/melanierrenee/p/sidehustlecourse

I appreciate you so very much!! You seriously have no idea.

My business wouldn't exist without your constant support. Thank you ❤️

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